Deadline: 31 January 2026 The Government of Japan, through its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP), has opened an opportunity for funding projects that promote human security and social and economic development in the Independent State of Samoa. This initiative aims … [Read more...] about RFAs: Grant Assistance for Grass Roots Human Security Projects (Samoa)
Civil Society Development
Nomination open for Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025
Deadline: 19 December 2025 The National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism invites individuals and groups from civil society to submit an entry for the Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025. Participants may apply on their own behalf or nominate others, enabling a broad … [Read more...] about Nomination open for Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025
Global Districts Initiative for Inclusive Global Citizenship Education (Greece)
Deadline: 21 November 2025 The ActionAid Hellas has been launched to support inclusive youth participation and peer education in Greece. The initiative aims to empower young people, particularly those from socially and geographically marginalized areas, to engage as active citizens addressing … [Read more...] about Global Districts Initiative for Inclusive Global Citizenship Education (Greece)
Cleaner Rivers – Cleaner Seas (RIVERCLEAN) Project for CSOs in Albania
Deadline: 8 January 2026 The Environmental and Territorial Management Institute has been launched to support environmental protection and community engagement in Albania through targeted projects in the Ishëm and Vjosa river basins. The initiative aims to advance sustainable practices and … [Read more...] about Cleaner Rivers – Cleaner Seas (RIVERCLEAN) Project for CSOs in Albania
Gavi Funding for Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria
Deadline: 2-December-2025 The initiative aims to support efforts that will ensure every child is protected from preventable diseases through improved routine immunisation activities and stronger community engagement. The primary objective of the grant is to increase immunisation rates by … [Read more...] about Gavi Funding for Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria
Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects 2026
Deadline: 8-December-2025 The call opens for projects to be implemented in 2025, with proposals due by 10 November 2024. Projects should run for up to eight months (from 1 March 2025 to 31 October 2025) and can request up to 500,000 Czech crowns in budget support. Organisations must operate as … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects 2026
Submit Applications for Advocate Grants Program
Deadline: 7-December-2025 Designed to build solidarity and collective power, these grants support Women’s Rights Organisations (WROs), Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), LGBTQIA+ organizations, and other civil society groups to influence laws, funding, and accountability for GBV … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Advocate Grants Program
Call for Proposals: Demonstrate Grants Program
Deadline: 7-December-2025 In a region where evidence and practice-based knowledge on effective GBV prevention is limited, these grants aim to fill critical gaps in understanding different forms of violence, its root causes, and its impact on structurally marginalized groups, including women with … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Demonstrate Grants Program
Submit Applications for Sub-grant Competition (Ukraine)
Deadline: 07-Nov-2025 The EU4CSOs Empower UA initiative is offering sub-grants to civil society organisations in Ukraine’s social sector, particularly those that provide community-based social services to people facing difficult life circumstances. The funding opportunity is designed to … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Sub-grant Competition (Ukraine)
Call for Expressions of Interest: Youth Power Hub Programme in Lesotho
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025 UNICEF is supporting initiatives that strengthen Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as independent actors of governance and development to empower youth participation in national and local policy processes in Lesotho. The focus is to strengthen Civil Society Organizations … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest: Youth Power Hub Programme in Lesotho
RFAs: Promoting Inclusive Governance and Economic Sustainability (Lesotho)
Deadline: 03-Feb-2026 The European Commission is now seeking grant applications to promote and protect human rights, strengthen the rule of law, and democratic governance in Lesotho. The global objective of this call for proposals is to promote and protect human rights, strengthen the rule of … [Read more...] about RFAs: Promoting Inclusive Governance and Economic Sustainability (Lesotho)
RFAs: Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project in Ukraine
Deadline: November 25, 2025 The International Renaissance Foundation, with support from Norad and Sida, has opened a Small Grants competition to strengthen civil society’s role in Ukraine’s recovery and resilience efforts. The program is part of the broader “Impulse: Empowering Civil Society … [Read more...] about RFAs: Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project in Ukraine
Fund for Local Cooperation Projects in South Caucasus
Deadline: 11-Nov-2025 The Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) is a funding instrument of the Finnish Embassy designed to support small-scale development cooperation projects implemented by local civil society actors in eligible partner countries. The priority areas for regional projects in … [Read more...] about Fund for Local Cooperation Projects in South Caucasus
Request for Applications: Armenia-Azerbaijan Partnership Grant Program
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 The New Democracy Fund has launched a call for proposals inviting civil society organisations and independent media actors in Armenia and Azerbaijan to develop initiatives that foster dialogue, cooperation and trust across the historically tense border between the two … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Armenia-Azerbaijan Partnership Grant Program
EU Support to Confidence Building in Kochani (North Macedonia)
Deadline: 28-Nov-2025 The regional project “EU Support to Confidence Building in the Western Balkans” is financed by the European Union and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to foster healing, trust, and youth … [Read more...] about EU Support to Confidence Building in Kochani (North Macedonia)
Apply Now: Kosovar Civil Society Foundation Grants for Volunteerism
Deadline: 20-Nov-2025 The Kosovar Civil Society Foundation (KCSF), in partnership with Community Building Mitrovica (CBM), has launched a new funding opportunity aimed at fostering civic engagement and volunteerism in Kosovo. This initiative, managed through the Kosovo Resource Centre for … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Kosovar Civil Society Foundation Grants for Volunteerism
Entries open for National Competition Charitable Fund Program in Ukraine
Deadline: 29-Apr-2026 Applications are now open for National Competition "Charitable Ukraine", an annual all-Ukrainian competition that recognizes the best philanthropists, volunteers, businesses, and the most effective charitable initiatives in Ukraine. This competition seeks to identify and … [Read more...] about Entries open for National Competition Charitable Fund Program in Ukraine
Call for EOIs: Implementing Partner for CSO Mentoring Activities (Mozambique)
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is inviting qualified organizations to partner in a new initiative aimed at promoting stability and resilience across four districts in Niassa province—Marrupa, Maua, Metarica, and Nipepe. This project focuses on … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Implementing Partner for CSO Mentoring Activities (Mozambique)
Request for Applications: CCP Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 10-Dec-2025 The Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen has launched its CCP Fellowship Programme for civil society professionals to gain international experience, expand their networks, and enhance their transcultural skills. The CCP Fellowship 2026 focuses on key areas including Policy … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: CCP Fellowship Programme
Grants for for Media Institutions and Non-governmental Organizations (Moldova)
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The Center for Independent Journalism (CJI) in Moldova has launched a grant competition aimed at supporting independent media institutions and non-governmental organizations that promote social cohesion and inclusive dialogue. This initiative seeks to strengthen … [Read more...] about Grants for for Media Institutions and Non-governmental Organizations (Moldova)
RFPs: Strengthening Local Information Ecosystems (Ukraine)
Deadline: 03-Nov-2025 The FPSU, implemented by Chemonics, is offering an opportunity for independent media outlets to receive grants aimed at strengthening local information ecosystems and community resilience. The program supports media content that strengthens community resilience and … [Read more...] about RFPs: Strengthening Local Information Ecosystems (Ukraine)
Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 22-Oct-2025 The International Residencies program offers vital support to Canadian artists, arts workers, artistic groups, and organizations seeking to expand their creative practice through residencies abroad. The Arts Across Canada and Abroad program, it aims to strengthen … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Call for Applications: Georg Arnhold Senior Fellowship Program
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The Georg Eckert Institute (GEI) is pleased to announce the Georg Arnhold Senior Fellowship Program for Education and Sustainable Peace. Its principal objectives are to bridge the gap between theory and practice, to foster international scholarly exchange, and to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Georg Arnhold Senior Fellowship Program
Apply Now: FCS Match Making Grants (Tanzania)
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The Foundation for Civil Society (FCS) has announced the opening of its Call for Concept Notes for Match Funding 2025, inviting eligible civil society organizations (CSOs) to apply for grants designed to strengthen their fundraising and project implementation … [Read more...] about Apply Now: FCS Match Making Grants (Tanzania)
Apply now for People Powered Mentorship Program
Deadline: 08-Dec-2025 The People Powered is now offering a unique mentorship program called Rising Stars, designed to strengthen participatory democracy efforts worldwide. The program connects advocates, civil society actors, government officials, and program managers with experienced mentors … [Read more...] about Apply now for People Powered Mentorship Program
Fifth Operational Phase of the GEF Small Grants Programme (Gabon)
Deadline: 25-Oct-2025 The United Nations Development Programme in Gabon is inviting civil society organizations to apply for a new call for project proposals under GEF Small Grants Programme, Operational Phase 8. The call targets initiatives in the areas of community biodiversity conservation, … [Read more...] about Fifth Operational Phase of the GEF Small Grants Programme (Gabon)
Call for EOIs: Networking Grants for CSOs from across the EaP Countries
Deadline: 17-Oct-2025 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, is launching a dedicated call for proposals for CSOs from the EaP countries to apply for networking grants to support … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Networking Grants for CSOs from across the EaP Countries
Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support local civil society organizations (CSOs) in Sudan, with a focus on advancing women’s participation and leadership in humanitarian crisis planning and response, as well as ensuring … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
£60,000 Funding available for Civil Society Organisations in the Commonwealth
Deadline: 23-Oct-2025 The Commonwealth Foundation is offering grants of up to £60,000 to civil society organisations (CSOs) across eligible Commonwealth countries. These grants aim to strengthen constructive engagement between civil society and decision-makers, fostering meaningful … [Read more...] about £60,000 Funding available for Civil Society Organisations in the Commonwealth
Submissions open for Agora Scholarship Program (Turkey)
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025 The Heinrich Böll Stiftung is pleased to announce its Agora Scholarship Program for university students who have a high volunteering potential and want to take responsibility in the field of democracy, social problems and human rights. The aim of the program is to enable … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Agora Scholarship Program (Turkey)
CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 The UN Trust Fund has launched a new Call for Proposals to provide four-year grants, offering both core and flexible funds, to civil society organizations working to end violence against women and girls. The initiative focuses particularly on organizations serving … [Read more...] about CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Entries open for Rapid Response Grants in Poland
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The European Commission has launched the Call for Rapid Response Grants to strengthen the protection of fundamental rights and support civil society organisations in Poland. Its core objective is to back initiatives that safeguard groups most at risk of discrimination, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Rapid Response Grants in Poland
Call for Proposals: Experience Sharing Grants in Poland
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The European Commission has launched the Call for Thematic Grants to strengthen collaboration and learning among civil society organisations (CSOs) in Poland. Its main objective is to support experience sharing between organisations that work with groups at risk of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Experience Sharing Grants in Poland
Call for Proposals: Open Data for Green Growth Fund – Panama
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025 The British Embassy in Panama has opened a Call for Proposals under the “Open Data for Green Growth Fund,” aimed at civil society organisations in Panama. This opportunity is crafted to help local entrepreneurs, NGOs, and community groups strengthen sustainable business … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Open Data for Green Growth Fund – Panama
Entries open for CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program
Deadline: 05-Nov-2025 The CIFAR Global Scholars Program offers early-career researchers the opportunity to develop and lead high-risk, high-reward interdisciplinary research, expand their professional networks and receive focused leadership training in their pivotal first years as independent … [Read more...] about Entries open for CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program
Grants for Intra-Community Mediation and Social Cohesion Initiatives (Moldova)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The United Nations Development Programme Moldova has issued an Expression of Interest inviting grant applications under the “Internal Mediation: Grant Competition for Developing Mediation and Social Cohesion Initiatives.” This opportunity is part of the EU-UNDP … [Read more...] about Grants for Intra-Community Mediation and Social Cohesion Initiatives (Moldova)
SGP 8th Operational Phase Country Programme Strategy Development in Thailand
Deadline: 26-Sep-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Global Environment Facility (GEF), has launched a Call for Proposals under the Small Grants Programme (SGP) in Thailand. This programme offers support to civil society and community-based … [Read more...] about SGP 8th Operational Phase Country Programme Strategy Development in Thailand
CIVIC Grant Competition for Projects to Improve Civilian Protection (Ukarine)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The CIVIC has launched the Local Initiatives Fund to support community-led solutions that protect civilians in war-affected regions. The The fund is designed to strengthen the capacity of local civil society organizations to respond to urgent civilian protection needs in … [Read more...] about CIVIC Grant Competition for Projects to Improve Civilian Protection (Ukarine)
Apply to become a Kanthari Participant
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The kanthari offers a twelve-month, fully scholarship-based leadership programme that equips changemakers to start and run civil society organisations, social enterprises or social ventures. The programme combines rigorous training with mentorship, bringing together … [Read more...] about Apply to become a Kanthari Participant
On the Road to COP31: Pacific Knowledge Initiative in Australia
Deadline: 22-Sep-2025 The Embassy of France to Australia has launched a new initiative titled “On the Road to the COP31: Pacific Knowledge and Knowledge of the Pacific.” This funding opportunity is designed to support civil society organisations and researchers based in Australia who are … [Read more...] about On the Road to COP31: Pacific Knowledge Initiative in Australia
Small Grants Competition for Civil Society Organizations in Ukraine
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 Public Space is supporting a small grants competition for civil society organisations in Ukraine under the project “Enhancing Response, Protection and Capacity for Affected Communities.” The opportunity is open to organisations based in the regions of Odesa, Mykolaiv, … [Read more...] about Small Grants Competition for Civil Society Organizations in Ukraine
Post-Earthquake Strengthening Program for Civil Society Organizations in Turkey
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Turkish Human Rights Foundation has announced a new support program to strengthen civil society organizations working in earthquake-affected regions of Turkey. Recognizing that the political, social, and economic conditions necessary for a dignified life are being … [Read more...] about Post-Earthquake Strengthening Program for Civil Society Organizations in Turkey
Call for Proposals: Best Practices for Fire Prevention and Management
Deadline: 26-Sep-2025 The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF), a global initiative supported by partners such as the European Union, Conservation International, the Global Environment Facility, and the World Bank, has announced a new consultancy opportunity in the Tropical Andes … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Best Practices for Fire Prevention and Management
RFAs: Strengthening Civil Society for Women’s Rights in Haiti
Deadline: 24-Sep-2025 The French Embassy in Haiti is launching a call for projects to fund Haitian civil society organizations working to promote women's social and economic rights. The French Embassy in Haiti has long partnered with local stakeholders to encourage and support initiatives that … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening Civil Society for Women’s Rights in Haiti
Request for Development Cooperation Projects 2026 (Argentina and Paraguay)
Deadline: 25-Sep-2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Buenos Aires has opened a development grant opportunity for small-scale projects across Argentina and Paraguay, inviting local NGO and civil society applicants to act on pressing community needs. This private funding round encourages … [Read more...] about Request for Development Cooperation Projects 2026 (Argentina and Paraguay)
Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project in Ukraine
Deadline: 25-Nov-2025 The Third Wave of the Small Grants Competition under the Impulse Project invites civil society organizations from Ukraine’s most affected regions to participate in shaping the country’s recovery and development. Orchestrated by the Revival Foundation in cooperation with … [Read more...] about Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project in Ukraine
Call for Proposals: Transformative Capacity Development Program for CSOs in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025 The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum and COSPE, with support from the European Union, have launched a Call for Expressions of Interest for community-based organizations, civil society organizations, and CSO coalitions in Zimbabwe. This initiative is part of the CS4Zim … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Transformative Capacity Development Program for CSOs in Zimbabwe
Mini-grant Competition for Civil Society Organizations in Ukraine
Deadline: 28-Sep-2025 The Right to Protection Foundation, with the support of the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund (UHF), announces a competition for mini-grants for civil society organizations. The initiative is aimed at providing comprehensive assistance to individuals who rely on wheelchairs, … [Read more...] about Mini-grant Competition for Civil Society Organizations in Ukraine
British Council announces Youth Connect Program (Jordan)
Deadline: 10-Sep-2025 The British Council has announced a call for proposals for Jordanian Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to support the implementation of its flagship Youth Connect programme across Jordan. This opportunity is designed for organisations with a strong focus on youth and … [Read more...] about British Council announces Youth Connect Program (Jordan)
Call for NGOs Project Proposals to Support Youth in Kosovo
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The D4D Institute has issued a call for project proposals from local and regional NGOs across Kosovo, inviting innovative initiatives that engage young people—especially those from underrepresented and marginalized backgrounds—in the democratic life of their … [Read more...] about Call for NGOs Project Proposals to Support Youth in Kosovo
